Immune Signaling and Antimicrobial Peptide Expression in Lepidoptera
Many lepidopteran insects are agricultural pests that affect stored grains, food and fiber crops. These insects have negative ecological and economic impacts since they lower crop yield, and pesticides are expensive and can have off-target effects on beneficial arthropods. A better understanding of...
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| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2013-07-01
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| Series: | Insects |
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| Online Access: | http://www.mdpi.com/2075-4450/4/3/320 |